For decades, North Carolina politicians, policy analysts, and interest groups have talked about reforming the state’s antiquated tax code. This article presents different perspectives in the Great Tax Reform Debate of 2013, and discusses challenges in the state economy. Also discussed are recommendations for a form of consumption taxation called the USA Tax, for Unlimited Savings Allowance.

For nearly forty years, the Institute of Political Leadership has been developing North Carolina’s future and current political leaders. The program aims to improve the quality and effectiveness of governance for North Carolina through the strategic advancement of ethical, informed, and effective public servants and a participatory citizenry.

George Holding is the Representative for North Carolina’s Thirteenth Congressional District, and serves on the Judiciary Committee and the Foreign Affairs Committee. In an interview, Holding discusses his top legislative priorities, threats to the economy, and debt.

Every year, North Carolina Bankers Association hosts a summer camp for middle school students called, Camp Challenge. The camp encourages students to further their education and to build life skills to become leaders in their communities.